Locked On 49ers - Daily Podcast On The San Francisco 49ers 49ERS SQUAD SHOW: How the 49ers Can Avoid TITANS TRAP GAME at Levi's Stadium
Dec 11, 2025
Dwayne Bord, a four-time Super Bowl champion and former 49ers player, shares his insights on how the San Francisco 49ers can dodge a potential trap game against the struggling Tennessee Titans. He discusses the pitfalls of playing down to opponents and emphasizes the importance of maintaining focus. The conversation covers strategies for pressuring rookie QB Cam Ward, as well as key elements like stopping the Titans' run game and the significance of getting an early lead. Bord also highlights the 49ers' midseason signings and their potential impact.
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Trap Games Happen When Teams Play Down
- A “trap game” usually happens when a better team plays down to an inferior opponent and lets them gain confidence.
- The 49ers must avoid sloppy play and false confidence from the Titans to prevent an upset.
Stop Pollard By Limiting Touches
- Tony Pollard is the Titans' offensive focal point and success hinges on his carries.
- Limiting his touches forces predictable passing situations that favor the 49ers' pass rush.
Force Them Out Of Run Script
- Force the Titans out of their run script by getting an early lead and controlling time of possession.
- Pressure rookie QB Cam Ward and disguise looks to create confusion and turnovers.